Hamilton Memorial Hospital hosts free arthritis exercise program

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation Services Department will be offering a free land based exercise program for those with Arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program will meet for four weeks beginning Tuesday, March 5, 2013. The class will be held from 1 until 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Occupational Therapy Room of the Rehabilitation Services Department.

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The Carmi Times - Carmi, IL

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Posted Feb. 28, 2013 at 2:00 PM

Posted Feb. 28, 2013 at 2:00 PM

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation Services Department will be offering a free land based exercise program for those with Arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program will meet for four weeks beginning Tuesday, March 5, 2013. The class will be held from 1 until 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Occupational Therapy Room of the Rehabilitation Services Department.

"In the, class, you will go through a series of gentle movements and activities designed to increase mobility and range of motion" said Denise Browning, Director of Rehabilitation Services. "This exercise program is specifically designed to help those with Arthritis maintain their muscle strength, keep their joints flexible, and build overall stamina. This program has shown to be very beneficial to patients with Arthritis and we are excited about being able to offer it in our area."

Enrollment into this class is limited to 10 participants and all participants will be required to have a release from their primary care provider clearing them to participate in the class prior to the start of the first class. Pre-registration to participate in the program is also necessary. Those wishing to pre-register or needing further information should call the Rehabilitation Therapy Department between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays at 643-2361, ext. 2150.